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Alakazam

Alakazam

PSYCHIC
HP
55
Atk
50
Def
45
SpA
135
SpD
95
Spe
120
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Weaknesses

  • BUG2x
  • DARK2x
  • GHOST2x

Best Nature

Timid 2/0/0/32/0/32

Best Moveset

  1. PsychicPSYCHICSpecial25.8%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus22.6%
  3. Speed SwapPSYCHICStatus12.9%
  4. TauntDARKStatus9.7%

Best Ability / Item

Inner FocusAlakaziteAlakazite

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Best Alakazam Moves

  • #1

    Psychic

    PSYSpecial90 BP

    The target is hit with a strong telekinetic force to inflict damage. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

    25.81%
  • #2

    Protect

    NORStatus

    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    22.58%
  • #3

    Speed Swap

    PSYStatus

    The user exchanges Speed stats with the target.

    12.90%
  • #4

    Taunt

    DARStatus

    The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

    9.68%
  • #5

    Shadow Ball

    GHOSpecial80 BP

    The user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

    6.45%
  • #6

    Dazzling Gleam

    FAISpecial80 BP

    The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.

    6.45%
  • #7

    Focus Blast

    FIGSpecial120 BP

    The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

    6.45%
  • #8

    Encore

    NORStatus

    The user compels the target to keep using the move it encored for three turns.

    3.23%
  • #9

    Energy Ball

    GRASpecial90 BP

    The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

    3.23%
  • #10

    Expanding Force

    PSYSpecial80 BP

    The user attacks the target with its psychic power. When the ground is Psychic Terrain, this move's power is boosted and it damages all opposing Pokémon.

    3.23%

Best Alakazam Natures

  • #1

    Timid 2/0/0/32/0/32

    100.00%

Best Alakazam Abilities

  • #1

    Inner Focus

    The Pokémon's intense focus prevents it from flinching or being affected by Intimidate.

    55.56%
  • #2

    Trace

    44.44%

Best Alakazam Items

  • #1
    Alakazite

    Alakazite

    Allows Alakazam to Mega Evolve into Mega Alakazam.

    61.54%
  • #2
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    30.77%
  • #3
    Expert Belt

    Expert Belt

    Increases the power of super effective moves.

    7.69%

Best Alakazam Teammates

  • #1
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
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    21.05%
  • #2
    torkoalTorkoal
    FIR
    TeamsBuilder
    10.53%
  • #3
    venusaur-megaVenusaur-mega
    GRAPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    10.53%
  • #4
    oranguruOranguru
    NORPSY
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    10.53%
  • #5
    rhyperiorRhyperior
    GROROC
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    10.53%
  • #6
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    10.53%
  • #7
    whimsicottWhimsicott
    GRAFAI
    TeamsBuilder
    10.53%
  • #8
    liepardLiepard
    DAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.26%
  • #9
    dragapultDragapult
    DRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.26%
  • #10
    miloticMilotic
    WAT
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    5.26%

Teams with Alakazam

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WhimsicottGlimmora MegaClawitzerMeowsticAlakazam MegaKingambit
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AlakazamIncineroarTorkoalVenusaur MegaOranguruRhyperior
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SnorlaxAlakazam MegaIncineroarSinistchaGengar MegaKommo-O
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Tyranitar MegaAlakazamExcadrillScizorKlefkiRotom-Heat
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Alakazam MegaLiepardDragapultIncineroarMiloticSkarmory
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AlakazamIncineroarTorkoalVenusaur MegaOranguruRhyperior
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Alakazam?

The best moveset for Alakazam in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Psychic, Protect, Speed Swap, Taunt.

How to counter Alakazam in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Alakazam can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (bug 2x, dark 2x, ghost 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Alakazam?

The best item for Alakazam is typically Alakazite, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.